PTP's 52 electric prime movers drive Malaysia's port decarbonisation push
ISKANDAR PUTERI: Port of Tanjung Pelepas (PTP) is betting on electrification and green bunkering to cut emissions while strengthening its position as a major regional transshipment hub, as it deployed 52 electric prime movers in a major step towards decarbonising port operations.
Malaysia's Port of Tanjung Pelepas (PTP) is investing in electrification and green bunkering to decarbonize port operations and solidify its status as a major regional transshipment hub. Transport Minister Anthony Loke highlighted that decarbonization is both an international obligation and a business imperative, as the maritime industry aims to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050.
Loke also pointed out that Malaysia seeks to position its ports as green bunkering hubs as global shipping lines explore alternative fuels like methanol, ammonia, and liquefied natural gas. The Port of Tanjung Pelepas became the first port in Malaysia to deploy electric prime movers, with 52 units now in service, down from the initial 21 units introduced in August.
This transition from diesel-powered equipment to electric prime movers is expected to significantly reduce emissions from port operations, while improved ESG performance will enhance the competitiveness of ports. The transport ministry's role is to establish policies and regulations to support this transition, including a regulatory roadmap for green bunkering being developed with the Australian government.
PTP handled over 14 million twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) in 2025 and aims to handle 16 million TEUs annually by 2029. Johor Port, ranked 11th among the world's busiest ports, benefits from PTP's scale and transshipment role, attracting more investment and fostering the development of a green bunkering ecosystem.
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